The Salado Education Foundation (SEF) is a community-driven, non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing student success within Salado ISD. Our mission is to collaborate with the community to provide grants for teachers, scholarships for Salado ISD graduates, and support programs that align with the goals of Salado ISD.
2026 Innovative Teaching Grant
Introduction
The Salado Education Foundation (SEF) Innovative Teaching Grants program aims to empower Salado Independent School District (SISD) educators to bring bold, creative, and forward-thinking ideas to life in the classroom—ideas that spark curiosity, deepen learning, and prepare students for the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow’s workforce. By funding innovative curricula and instructional strategies, we aim to equip students with the critical thinking, collaboration, and technology skills necessary to thrive in an ever-evolving global society. These grants support teaching that goes beyond traditional methods, ensuring that every student gains the tools and experiences needed to succeed in a dynamic, interconnected world.
Description
This is a competitive grant for SISD staff and administrators. Approximately $25,000 is available for this round of applications. Grant selection will be based upon innovation, creativity, collaborative efforts, and instructional or professional development. SEF has the right to accept or reject any or all grant proposals. A committee will begin reviewing and selecting grant awardees the week of 9/1/2026, and will announce awardees no later than 9/19/2026.
When applying for an Innovative Teaching Grant, please consider how at least one of the following areas could be incorporated into your classroom:
How can students or teachers use real-world digital and other research tools to access, evaluate and effectively apply information?
What can we do to help students work independently and collaboratively to solve problems and accomplish goals?
What strategies would enable students to communicate information clearly and effectively using a variety of tools/media?
What tools could help students to apply, analyze, and synthesize information and/or use evaluative, critical thinking processes for effective problem solving?
How can students be encouraged todemonstrate personal responsibility, character, cultural understanding, and ethical behavior?